For ten years from 2008, the Institute convened an annual forum called the Energy State of the Nation but this has been superseded by more frequent events as policy issues have arisen.
The Institute is governed by a board of directors who represent a diverse mix of corporate entities with interests in Australia's energy sector.
The Institute aims to foster an attractive and secure energy investment climate in Australia, and promote an industry which is internationally competitive.
[4] It provides "a trusted communications channel between government and the private sector" and represents the Australian industry to the APEC Energy Working Group and similar international bodies.
[8] The EPIA runs a series of Executive Briefings for its members on topical issues with an important bearing on the development of energy policy in Australia.
This includes serving as Managing Director of ResourcesLaw International, Chairman of the St Baker Energy Innovation Fund and SMR Nuclear Technology.